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Trump v. The Invisible Enemy (with Peter Baker)

Apr 9, 2020
Peter Baker, chief White House correspondent for The New York Times, discusses challenges of reporting on the pandemic. They explore Trump's tendency to surround himself with macho men and how the last person who speaks to him influences his decisions. The firing of the captain of the aircraft carrier Theodore Roosevelt and the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Trump's presidency are discussed. They also mention Vice President Pence's role in coordinating information and running the task force meetings, and recognize positive efforts amidst the crisis.
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